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In this episode, we welcome Rodney, Head Teacher Programs and Pride in Education Events Stream Lead, to discuss the power of being your authentic self and the importance of creating safe, inclusive spaces where every student feels seen and valued. We also explore his work with the Pride Network, leading major initiatives such as Mardi Gras, championing inclusion across the department and why community remains at the heart of everything he does. We acknowledge that this episode of the Teach NSW Podcast was recorded on the homelands of the Darug people at Parramatta Public School. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples listening to the Teach NSW Podcast today. Connect with usIf you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for future episodes, please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠teachnsw@det.nsw.edu.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get in touch with the Teach NSW Podcast team. Follow the Teach NSW team on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be the first to know when new episodes are released.Resources and useful links:Teach NSW - become a teacher in a NSW public school and find out how a career in teaching can open doors for you.Become a teacher - find teacher education courses and gain your approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education. Get Paid to Study - explore scholarship opportunities for high-achieving HSC students, university students and career changers.LGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion - find out how the department celebrates the value of diversity and its' commitment to inclusion, participation and wellbeing for LGBQTIA+ employees. Pride in Education Community in Viva Engage - a group to provide a visible, positive, inclusive and safe environment for the department's LGBTQIA+ and allied staff (staff only).Contact the Pride in Education team via pride@det.nsw.edu.au.

We pulled apart the two biggest launches of 2026 (so far) to share the bits you can actually use in your own marketing, no matter how small your audience or your ads budget.We're 'yapping' about:→ How these launches both sold a feeling rather than features.→ Launch mechanisms you could steal (and how to get buy in from people)→ A sneaky way to get people to market your business for you.→ The real reason people were so invested in these launchesJoin the membershipThe membership is where freelance social media managers learn to build flexible, profitable offers and expert systems. You get monthly expert training, coaching from us, a community of hundreds of SMMs, and full access to our Hubsy software to manage your invoicing, social media and email marketing, create websites, sales pages and more, all in one place.Less than £3 a day for annual members. Check out all the details to join here.Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

In this episode of The Fresh Approach, Chris Fresh sits down with Spencer Pope of Bradford White after touring their employee-owned, union-built factory in Middleville, Michigan.Apply for coaching: https://www.theplumbingsalescoach.com/contact-usIf today's episode hit home, do me a favor and leave a 5-star review wherever you listen. It's the #1 way to help more service professionals find this podcast.

Helen Meech is Executive Director of the Climate Coalition, the UK's largest group of organisations dedicated to action on people, climate and nature. Over 130 member organisations, from the National Trust to Oxfam to Save the Children, plus a network of around 3,500 community organisers across the UK. And yet most people have never heard of them. As Helen explains, that's deliberate.We talk about Great Big Green Week, the Coalition's flagship campaign, running this year from 6 to 14 June. It has more than doubled in size every year for three years: 250,000 people, then 600,000, then 1.2 million last year, with around 2 million expected this year. The stat that matters most: over a third of attendees had never engaged with climate or nature before. They came because someone they knew organised something, or because it was free to do with the kids on a Saturday.We also dig into where power actually sits. Helen's framing, "creating the space for politics to move into," challenges the idea that change is something politicians do to us. And we compare notes on the People's Emergency Briefing, which we recently screened at the Grange Hub, and the tension every communicator in this space wrestles with: realism versus hope.The post-interview chat gets into Tom's view that the era of being polite about the emergency is over, Chloe's case for hope grounded in community rather than technology, and why we still don't have a Help for Heroes equivalent for the climate movement.About the guestHelen Meech is Executive Director of the Climate Coalition. She has spent 25 years in environmental campaigning and movement-building, including roles at the National Trust and the RSPB, where she was Head of Movement Building and led the development of the People's Plan for Nature. Her work is built on a single belief: people are powerful, especially when they come together.The Climate Coalition: theclimatecoalition.org Great Big Green Week: greatbiggreenweek.comChapters00:00 - Welcome and intros 01:30 - Grange update: screening the People's Emergency Briefing at the Hub 04:30 - Watching hard truths in community, and why that changes the experience 06:55 - Tom's case: the days of being polite about the emergency are over 07:30 - Wilder Connections summer programme: co-design with young people 10:57 - Who is the Climate Coalition? 14:59 - Why most people haven't heard of the Climate Coalition (on purpose) 17:24 - "Creating the space for politics to move into" 20:05 - Everyone has power: protest, community organising, media, culture 22:18 - Great Big Green Week: nightclubs, litter picks, fetes and school assemblies 23:59 - The infrastructure behind 6,000 local events 29:54 - Flooded pitches: why grassroots sport is organising 30:30 - The unexpected challenge: keeping the big NGOs on board 32:43 - Greenwashing and a brand with a life of its own 34:15 - The Coalition's three policy asks 36:50 - The five million target, and matching Children in Need for awareness 39:43 - Helen's reaction to the People's Emergency Briefing 42:28 - Rebecca Solnit and hope as an action 44:35 - How to get involved in Great Big Green Week 46:03 - Tom and Chloe debrief: community action vs direct action 48:27 - The 3.5% rule, and whether the research still holds 50:45 - The school drop-off apology problem: why we need a safe movement to belong to 53:40 - Hope vs fear: did the briefing get the balance right? Key takeawaysOver a third of Great Big Green Week attendees have never engaged with climate or nature before. They come because the event is organised by someone they know, connected to a community they're already part of, or simply free to do with the kids. Over 80% of those newcomers wanted to do more afterwards.Great Big Green Week has more than doubled in size every year for three years, and reached a media audience of over 60 million last year. Around 11% of the UK population recognises it when prompted, on a par with campaigns that have run for decades.Helen's core argument about power: if we say politicians are the only ones with power, we're handing ours to them. The Coalition's job is to make the public mandate visible so politicians have space to move into.The Coalition's three policy asks: climate finance flowing where it's most needed, fairness at the heart of climate action (bills, jobs, just transition), and the urgent protection and restoration of nature.Fear needs to be combined with agency. Helen cites the Branding Biodiversity report: hard-hitting information without a path to action paralyses people. Twenty-five years into her career, the People's Emergency Briefing still made her cry. Her response was to write a to-do list.Hope is an action, not a mood. Rebecca Solnit's framing: pessimists and optimists both excuse themselves from doing anything.Resources and links mentionedOrganisations and campaignsThe Climate Coalition: theclimatecoalition.orgGreat Big Green Week (6-14 June 2026): greatbiggreenweek.comNational Emergency Briefing / People's Emergency Briefing, including the screening map and how to host one: nebriefing.orgWilder Connections, Chloe's charity growing a movement for nature connection in young people: wilderconnections.charityClimate Psychology Alliance (facilitation training Chloe mentioned): climatepsychologyalliance.orgMore in Common (audience segmentation partner): moreincommon.org.ukBristol Stepping SistersNational Trust, RSPB, Oxfam, Save the Children, Co-op (Coalition members referenced)Ideas and referencesRebecca Solnit, Hope in the DarkJoanna Macy, Active Hope: activehope.infoBranding Biodiversity report (Futerra): fear combined with agencyThe 3.5% rule (Erica Chenoweth's research on nonviolent resistance)The People's Plan for Nature: peoplesplanfornature.orgCome and stay with usIf this conversation has you craving time somewhere slower, our off-grid cabins sit in a quiet corner of Monmouthshire surrounded by 80 acres of recovering nature. Visit grangeproject.co.uk and click "Stay with us" in the top right corner.

We've been running the biggest survey of its kind in the freelance social media management world, and the early results are already throwing up some uncomfortable questions about what we're charging, what we're offering, and what AI is actually doing to our businesses.This is a first look at the data so far, the trends that are already obvious, and the things every freelance social media manager needs to be thinking about before the full report drops.Hit play to hear→ The platform that most social media managers offer, according to early data, is the least profitable.→ What freelance social media managers are actually doing about raising their prices right now→ Some early insights on how social media managers are using AI and how it's affecting their pricing→ What social media managers know AI can't do instead of themTake the State of Freelance Social Media Management 2026 survey Join the membershipThe membership is where freelance social media managers learn to build flexible, profitable offers and expert systems. You get monthly expert training, coaching from us, a community of hundreds of SMMs, and full access to our Hubsy software to manage your invoicing, social media and email marketing, create websites, sales pages and more, all in one place.Less than £3 a day for annual members. Check out all the details to join here.Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

In this episode of the On Track Podcast, we continue our series answering questions submitted during the all-employee meetings with Pete Perizo, Workforce Advancement Manager; Vice President of Human Resources, Amanda Martin; Chief Operating Officer - North and Vice President of New England Operations Doug Morrison; and Chief Operating Officer - South and Vice President of Mid-Atlantic Operations Justin Porter. The group covers a wide range of topics, including how to better yourself in your daily role, what career advancement really looks like at Sargent, how the Construction Academy works and who it's for, cross-training opportunities in the field, and what it takes to earn trust and move up in the company. The conversation also shifts to benefits and compensation, touching on how Sargent uses the Employment Cost Index rather than a standard COLA adjustment, what's being evaluated in this year's benefits review, how the high-deductible health plan and HSA work together, the boot reimbursement program, and how profit sharing is calculated and paid out.Workforce Advancement contact information:Pete's Work Phone – (207) 817-7558Email – wfa@sargent.usIf you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website.https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

Joanne, Executive Director of the School Leadership Institute, shares her journey from classroom teacher to principal and now executive leader. We discuss the mentors who shaped her career, the importance of recognising that leadership exists at every level and how embracing feedback can strengthen your impact. We also explore the School Leadership Institute, the principles of effective leadership and what it takes to create positive, supportive learning environments for both students and staff. We acknowledge that this episode of the Teach NSW Podcast was recorded on the homelands of the Darug people at Parramatta Public School. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples listening to the Teach NSW Podcast today. Connect with usIf you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for future episodes, please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠teachnsw@det.nsw.edu.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get in touch with the Teach NSW Podcast team. Follow the Teach NSW team on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter) and YouTube, to be the first to know when new episodes are released.Resources and useful links:Teach NSW - become a teacher in a NSW public school and find out how a career in teaching can open doors for you.Leading effective curriculum implementation (LECI) -  discover professional learning for K–12 middle leaders in effective curriculum implementation to support whole-school consistency across the 3 domains of learning, teaching and leading. School Leadership Institute (SLI) - find out about the School Leadership Institute's programs and resources for current and future school leaders.

Your clients are using AI. Which means sooner or later, they're going to start asking you about it, and those conversations can get a bit awkward if you're not ready. In this episode, we walk you through the five most likely AI questions your clients will lob at you, exactly how to answer each one, and the one upcoming question that could turn into a high-ticket new service for your business.Key Takeaways→ A no-AI service is fair to offer, but it needs a specific conversation to avoid losing income.→ Clients are 100% comparing your strategy to ChatGPT's generic ideas - annoying but true, we'll show you how to deal with those conversations.→ Every social media manager needs an AI ethics stance worked out before these conversations happen, not during them.DM us "190" on Instagram to our free AI Ethics Cheat Sheet Join the membershipThe membership is where freelance social media managers learn to build flexible, profitable offers and expert systems. You get monthly expert training, coaching from us, a community of hundreds of SMMs, and full access to our Hubsy software to manage your invoicing, social media and email marketing, create websites, sales pages and more, all in one place.Less than £3 a day for annual members. Check out all the details to join here.Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

In this episode we talk about the common patterns we find that are common to human nature.Apply for coaching: https://www.theplumbingsalescoach.com/contact-usIf today's episode hit home, do me a favor — leave a 5-star review wherever you listen. It's the #1 way to help more plumbing pros find this show.

Every summer, freelance social media managers brace themselves for an income dip. They assume it's the cost of taking a break. It's not. It's the cost of not planning for one.In this episode, we're chatting about:Planning your summer income so you don't take an unexpected hitThe one type of offer that sells best when you're off the grid (and it's not retainers)Why September feels like starting from scratch & what to do now to prevent thatThe three-way delegation split that lets you actually turn off your brainJoin the membershipThe membership is where freelance social media managers learn to build flexible, profitable offers and expert systems. You get monthly expert training, coaching from us, a community of hundreds of SMMs, and full access to our Hubsy software to manage your invoicing, social media and email marketing, create websites, sales pages and more, all in one place.Less than £3 a day for annual members. Check out all the details to join here.Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

Season 3 of the Teach NSW Podcast is here, bringing fresh perspectives, new voices and meaningful conversations from across the NSW public education landscape. Returning hosts Shannon and Siobhan are joined by new co-hosts Katie and Maddie, who bring their passion for public education and strong connections to the students and communities they serve.We acknowledge that this episode of the Teach NSW Podcast was recorded on the homelands of the Darug people at Parramatta Public School. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples listening to the Teach NSW Podcast today. Connect with usIf you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for future episodes, please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠teachnsw@det.nsw.edu.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get in touch with the Teach NSW Podcast team. Follow the Teach NSW team on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube and to be the first to know when new episodes are released.Resources and useful links:Teach NSW - become a teacher in a NSW public school and find out how a career in teaching can open doors for you.

In this episode, Kate, a Year 7 transition teacher with 25 years of experience across regional and remote NSW public schools, shares how her first placement in Broken Hill became the foundation of her career. She also explores her approach to design thinking, highlighting the power of authentic, real-world learning to engage students and create meaningful impact.We acknowledge that this episode of the Teach NSW Podcast was recorded on the homelands of the Darug people at Parramatta Public School. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples listening to the Teach NSW Podcast today. Connect with usIf you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for future episodes, please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠teachnsw@det.nsw.edu.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get in touch with the Teach NSW Podcast team. Follow the Teach NSW team on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be the first to know when new episodes are released.Resources and useful linksTeach NSW - become a teacher in a NSW public school and find out how a career in teaching can open doors for you.Approval to teach - learn how to gain approval to teach in NSW public schools.Benefits and incentives - Learn about the great range of benefits and incentives for teachers and executives in rural and remote NSW public schools.Beyond the Line Program - complete an expenses-paid, 5-day study tour with the department through regional, rural and remote NSW public schools.Game Changer Challenge - find out more about the department's award-winning design thinking competition.Housing for teachers - find out more information about eligibility and location of teaching housing in NSW.Inspire - high potential and gifted education - find out about how the department is strengthening opportunities for students to be challenged and supported in NSW public schools.

You probably already know how important email marketing is for social media freelancers, but if you're still not doing it (or doing enough of it), this episode is for you.In this episode, we're chatting about:- The unspoken difference between email and social media (and why they play completely different roles for freelancers)- Why email is actually so much easier than social content (seriously)- What people unsubscribing is telling you and why it's a good thing.- How to know what to actually write about in your emailsJoin the membershipThe membership is where freelance social media managers learn to build flexible, profitable offers and expert systems. You get monthly expert training, coaching from us, a community of hundreds of SMMs, and full access to our Hubsy software to manage your invoicing, social media and email marketing, create websites, sales pages and more, all in one place.Less than £3 a day for annual members. Check out all the details to join here.Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

How much of your time are you spending on stuff that's stopping you earning more? In this episode, we're taking you through the quarterly audit we run with our members to help you stop being busy and start being profitable.We're chatting about:- Why the people doing the most work often get paid the least- Our favourite framework for freeing up your time- How to outsource the tasks you shouldn't be doingJoin the membershipThe membership is where freelance social media managers learn to build flexible, profitable offers and expert systems. You get monthly expert training, coaching from us, a community of hundreds of SMMs, and full access to our Hubsy software to manage your invoicing, social media and email marketing, create websites, sales pages and more, all in one place.Less than £3 a day for annual members. Check out all the details to join here.Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

Feel like your income is stuck in the retainer trap? Yeah, we've all been there – counting on those few long-term clients to pay the bills, and then having the panicky sweats when you realise your income is capped and your financial security is hanging on a handful of clients who could leave at any time.Let's change that, shall we?

You've done the work, sent the invoice... and now you're waiting. And waiting. Is chasing clients for money just part of being freelance, or are you missing a system that would sort this out for good?In this episode, Laura Davis shares the three essential systems every freelance social media manager needs to get paid on time (plus a bonus tip that takes all the awkwardness out of chasing payments).In this episode, we're chatting about:Why you need to charge in advance and how to handle clients with 60 or 90-day payment termsWhy invoicing late is secretly giving clients permission to pay you lateHow automating reminders (and late payment fees) takes the emotion out of asking for what you're owedJoin the membershipThe membership is where freelance social media managers learn to build flexible, profitable offers and expert systems. You get monthly expert training, coaching from us, a community of hundreds of SMMs, and full access to our Hubsy software to manage your invoicing, social media and email marketing, create websites, sales pages and more all in one place.Less than £3 a day for annual members. Check out all the details to join here.Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

Are you spiritually dead or alive in Christ? That is the deep and personal question Pastor Roderick Webster opens up in this devotion from Ephesians chapter two, using the King James Version of the Bible.In this episode of Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster walks us through the powerful contrast Paul draws in Ephesians two between the walk of the unregenerate person, dead in trespasses and sins, and the walk of the believer who has been made alive through God's grace and love.You might be asking:- What does it mean to be spiritually dead?- Can a person look alive on the outside but be dead on the inside?- What changed when God said "but God" in Ephesians two verse four?- How does the story of Jairus' daughter connect to our spiritual condition?Key points from this devotion:- Every person without Christ is spiritually dead, not just struggling- The word "quickened" means made alive, spiritually, not physically- God's rich mercy and great love broke through our spiritual deadness- Jesus has power over physical death, and over spiritual death too- Our walk changed from sin to love the moment Christ saved usIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with a friend, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Words From The Word.WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Do you know the hope God placed in your calling? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Ephesians chapter 1 verse 18 (KJV) and walks us through one of the most powerful truths a believer can grasp — that God called you not because of anything you did, but because of His own purpose and grace.You might be asking — Why would God choose me? What does it mean to be called by God? How does my calling affect the way I live today? And what does God actually see when He looks at me?Here are some key points from this devotion:- God's calling is by grace alone, not based on your works or worthiness (2 Timothy 1:9, KJV)- We have been called out of darkness into His marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9, KJV)- The hope of your calling should motivate you toward purity, obedience, and faithfulness- God sees your future glory, not your past failures — just as He saw valor in Gideon and a rock in Peter- God invests in His church because He will one day receive glory through usIf this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment below, share it with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a Word From The Word.Stay connected with GNBC:

On this episode of the Wood Care Podcast, Caleb sits down with Richard Hochanedel, owner of Deck Revive and inventor of the Stain Paddle. Rich brings over 28 years of experience in the wood care industry, starting in 1998 as a side hustle before eventually transitioning into a full-time business. Today, Deck Revive serves customers across Kansas, with a strong reputation built on repeat clients and referrals. In this episode we discuss: • Growing a staining business through referrals and repeat customers • Building partnerships with other contractors to generate leads • Navigating a challenging 2025 season with weather and economic shifts • Transitioning to more efficient products and processes • The story behind inventing the Stain Paddle to improve application quality Rich also shares his approach to customer education, why he prefers oil-based stains for long-term performance, and how proper process and communication lead to better results. With decades of experience, Rich offers practical advice for contractors looking to build a long-term, sustainable business — including investing in quality equipment, staying committed through early challenges, and solving problems in the field.

On this episode of the Wood Care Podcast, Caleb sits down with Jeff Konopack of Deck Medic to talk about building a scalable deck care business. Jeff began his career in exterior painting before transitioning into specialized deck restoration, where he quickly realized the importance of creating systems, processes, and data-driven decision-making to grow the business. Over time, those systems helped transform the operation into a franchise model, allowing proven methods and processes to be shared with other operators. In this episode, we discuss: • Transitioning from general exterior painting to deck restoration • Creating repeatable business systems and quoting processes • Employee retention strategies in a seasonal industry • Commission-based team leadership and accountability • Building long-term customer relationships through maintenance services Jeff also shares why communication is the most important skill for contractors—whether it's managing customer expectations or building trust with employees. For Jeff, the goal isn't just landing a single job, but building long-term clients who return for maintenance every few years. He also encourages contractors to focus on building brand equity through five-star reviews, continuous education, and networking within the industry.

We've read 403 nonfiction books over the past 10–15 years.Here's the truth:We don't remember most of them.But they changed how we think.In this video, we break down what actually sticks from reading, how it shapes your subconscious, and why it compounds into better decisions, better conversations, and a completely different way of seeing the world.We cover:Why you don't need to remember books for them to change youHow reading builds mental models and improves thinkingWhy successful people consistently read (and how to apply it)How ideas compound across psychology, history, business, and lifeThe books that had the biggest impact on usIf you've ever wondered whether reading is “worth it”… this is the answer.Psychology, thinking, and behaviorThinking, Fast and Slow – Daniel KahnemanThe Matter with Things – Iain McGilchristThe Untethered Soul – Michael SingerYou Are the Placebo – Joe DispenzaBecoming Supernatural – Joe DispenzaSay What You Mean – Oren Jay SoferHabits, discipline, and performanceAtomic Habits – James ClearThe War of Art – Steven PressfieldCan't Hurt Me – David GogginsNever Finished – David GogginsBusiness, execution, and influenceHow to Win Friends and Influence People – Dale CarnegieThe 4 Disciplines of Execution – Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim HulingHistory, society, and biographiesSapiens – Yuval Noah HarariEmpire of the Summer Moon – S.C. GwynneUp From Slavery – Booker T. WashingtonThe Demon-Haunted World – Carl SaganMeditations – Marcus AureliusScience, alternative perspectives, and thought-provokingThe Moth in the Iron Lung – Forrest MareadyThe Invisible Rainbow – Arthur FirstenbergThe Holographic Universe – Michael TalbotWorlds in Collision – Immanuel VelikovskyThe Contagion Myth – Thomas CowanEconomics and societyDiscrimination and Disparities – Thomas SowellGovernment, history, and investigationsChaos – Tom O'NeillJFK and the Unspeakable – James W. DouglassLearning, creativity, and educationFree to Learn – Peter GrayPsychedelics and consciousnessThe Psychedelic Experience – Timothy Leary, Richard Alpert (Ram Dass)Fiction (mentioned as impactful)Replay – Ken GrimwoodTakeaway:Your brain doesn't wait for perfect information.It fills in the gaps.Reading gives it better raw material.If you enjoyed this, subscribe. We'll keep sharing.

On this episode of the Wood Care Podcast, Caleb sits down with Justen Coelho Meneses, a contractor with more than a decade of experience in the wood staining industry. Justen shares the evolution of his company — originally launched as Making All Things New before rebranding to Omaha Deck and Fence Staining for 2026. In this episode we discuss: Rebranding a staining company for long-term growth The challenges contractors faced during the 2025 season Adjusting marketing strategies when leads suddenly slow down Managing crews and maintaining accountability in the field Strategic decisions heading into 2026 This episode is packed with insight for contractors looking to grow their business while navigating an increasingly competitive market.

On this episode of the Wood Care Podcast, Caleb sits down with Ian Whitcomb, owner of Patriot Stain & Seal based in Oklahoma City. Ian entered the fence staining industry in 2015 as a side hustle, purchasing a used stain trailer and working evenings and weekends while serving as a 22-year military veteran and airline pilot. With some local advertising in his first year, he generated over $100,000 in revenue while still working another career. Today, the business has grown into a highly efficient operation generating between $450,000 and $675,000 annually. In this episode we discuss: • Building a staining business while working a full-time career • Operational systems that allow small crews to work efficiently • Labor strategies that retain skilled workers • Remote quoting using digital tools like Google Earth • Transitioning from traditional marketing to a 100% digital strategy • Using AI to streamline administrative and marketing tasks Ian also shares insights on business systems, CRM integration, job costing, and why contractors must know their numbers to stay profitable in a competitive market. This episode is packed with practical insight for contractors looking to build a scalable wood care business while improving operations and efficiency.

In Week 3 of our STRONGER 2.0 series, Lead Pastor Dillon Neely brings a powerful message about the sufficiency of God's grace and the truth that God has always been our provider.Teaching from 2 Corinthians 9:8, Pastor Dillon reminds us that our “enoughness” in life does not come from our own effort, discipline, or ability to minimize our needs. Instead, true sufficiency comes from the grace of God at work in our lives.Paul writes that God is able to make “all grace abound to you, so that always having all sufficiency in everything, you may abound in every good work.” This powerful verse reminds us that God doesn't just provide occasionally — His provision is constant, complete, and sufficient for every situation.Throughout Scripture we see this pattern. From the very beginning in Genesis, God demonstrated His heart as a provider. Before humanity ever took their first breath, God had already spent days preparing creation — forming the earth, growing food, and creating a home for Adam and Eve. The first thing God did for humanity was provide.In this message you'll be encouraged to trust that:• God's grace gives you enough to live• God's provision is consistent and faithful• Your sufficiency is found not in effort, but in God's grace• When God provides for His people, it's not only for survival — it's so we can participate in the good works He has prepared for usIf you've ever worried about whether you have enough — enough resources, enough strength, enough provision — this message will remind you of the powerful truth:God will give you enough.SUBSCRIBE and get the latest messages: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVIzzCy3Z9Zsk0GwAH-yJ7g?sub_confirmation=1Watch this:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5De6-FwIKq4&t=1sTo support this ministry and help us continue to reach people click here: http://kingschurchkc.com/giveWe are a movement for all people to find and follow Jesus Christ.——Stay ConnectedWebsite: www.kingschurchkc.comKings Church Facebook: Facebook.com/kingschurchkcKings Church Instagram: Instagram.com/kingschurchkc#kingschurch #faith #Christianity #kansascity #onlinechurch #churchonline #hope #churchesinkansascity

Want the resources mentioned in the training?Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/mikereillync/Follow this link for the Free training:https://level.strsecrets.com/pc-bookYou want to grow a property management business, you will eventually hit the same wall:You become the person slowing things down.In this video, I share the exact playbook we built before hiring our first salesperson.Inside this training you'll learn:• The perfect type of property we target• The exact type of homeowner we want to work with• The biggest problems Airbnb owners face today• How we show our value to sign new clients• The "UI Method" for finding struggling Airbnb properties• The exact numbers and goals we set for our sales team• The best ways we find and talk to new owners• Our step-by-step sales process and first phone calls• What happens right after an owner signs with usIf you want to grow your company to 30, 40, or 50+ properties, you need a sales plan that works every single time.This episode shows you exactly how we built ours.Subscribe for new weekly videos ➡️ https://bit.ly/2Nrn4XOTimestamps:00:00 – Why You Need a Sales Plan01:12 – The 4 Steps of Our Sales Playbook02:10 – Finding the Perfect Property03:05 – The Perfect Homeowner04:18 – Problems Airbnb Owners Face05:45 – Creating a Strong Offer07:00 – Why You Need a CRM Software08:50 – Sales Goals and Numbers to Track10:20 – The Experiment: 120 Calls in 6 Weeks11:35 – Our Sales Win Rates12:18 – How to Find Leads: The UI Method13:30 – Using Referrals and Partners14:05 – Direct Mail and Ads15:05 – Running Facebook Ads for Leads16:10 – Our Sales Process17:20 – The First Call and Asking Questions18:15 – Handling Owner Concerns19:05 – Bringing on a New Owner20:00 – Weekly Sales Tracking21:10 – Hiring and Testing a SalespersonConnect with us on other social media platforms:STR Secrets FB group ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/groups/STRentalsecretsMichael Sjogren FB Page ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/theAirbnbGuyInstagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/miike.sjogrenLinkedin ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesjogren

Want the resources mentioned in the training?Instagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/mikereillync/Follow this link for the Free training:https://level.strsecrets.com/pc-bookYou want to grow a property management business, you will eventually hit the same wall:You become the person slowing things down.In this video, I share the exact playbook we built before hiring our first salesperson.Inside this training you'll learn:• The perfect type of property we target• The exact type of homeowner we want to work with• The biggest problems Airbnb owners face today• How we show our value to sign new clients• The "UI Method" for finding struggling Airbnb properties• The exact numbers and goals we set for our sales team• The best ways we find and talk to new owners• Our step-by-step sales process and first phone calls• What happens right after an owner signs with usIf you want to grow your company to 30, 40, or 50+ properties, you need a sales plan that works every single time.This episode shows you exactly how we built ours.Subscribe for new weekly videos ➡️ https://bit.ly/2Nrn4XOTimestamps:00:00 – Why You Need a Sales Plan01:12 – The 4 Steps of Our Sales Playbook02:10 – Finding the Perfect Property03:05 – The Perfect Homeowner04:18 – Problems Airbnb Owners Face05:45 – Creating a Strong Offer07:00 – Why You Need a CRM Software08:50 – Sales Goals and Numbers to Track10:20 – The Experiment: 120 Calls in 6 Weeks11:35 – Our Sales Win Rates12:18 – How to Find Leads: The UI Method13:30 – Using Referrals and Partners14:05 – Direct Mail and Ads15:05 – Running Facebook Ads for Leads16:10 – Our Sales Process17:20 – The First Call and Asking Questions18:15 – Handling Owner Concerns19:05 – Bringing on a New Owner20:00 – Weekly Sales Tracking21:10 – Hiring and Testing a SalespersonConnect with us on other social media platforms:STR Secrets FB group ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/groups/STRentalsecretsMichael Sjogren FB Page ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/theAirbnbGuyInstagram ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/miike.sjogrenLinkedin ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesjogren

Contractor Interview: Will Wright – Integrity Exterior Cleaning On this episode of The Wood Care Podcast — Where Experts Talk Wood — we sit down with Will Wright of Integrity Exterior Cleaning. Will shares his journey in the exterior cleaning and wood care space, including how he built momentum in a competitive market and developed systems that support consistent growth. We dive into what it takes to build trust with customers, balance production with leadership, and create a business that operates beyond just daily labor. This conversation covers: • Building a reputation in exterior cleaning and wood care • Creating systems that support steady growth • The transition from operator to business leader • Maintaining quality standards while scaling • Lessons learned from real-world projects and customer relationships This episode is about discipline, long-term thinking, and doing the work that most people avoid. If you're serious about building a sustainable service business in the wood care or exterior cleaning space, this conversation will challenge and sharpen you. Watch the Full Video Version See the full conversation on YouTube on the Stain & Seal Supply channel and on The Wood Care Podcast Facebook page. Join the Conversation Join our Facebook group, Stain & Seal University, to connect with other wood care professionals, share insights, and continue learning. Become a Pro Partner The Pro Partner Program is built for serious wood care professionals who want better margins, priority access, and direct expert support. It's a working partnership designed to help you grow smarter and more profitably. See if you qualify here:https://stainandsealsupply.com/pages/become-a-pro-partner Download the App Download the Stain & Seal Experts iOS app for access to our stain calculator, virtual fan deck, product ordering, tools, social channels, and podcast access — all in one place. Episode SponsorsThis episode is brought to you by:Stain & Seal SupplyProfessional-grade stains, tools, and equipment for serious contractors.StainandSealSupply.comEXPERT Professional Wood CareAdvanced wood stains, cleaners, and protection systems trusted by contractors worldwide.EXPERTWoodCare.comGopher WoodFactory-finished and pre-stained lumber solutions for builders and wood care professionals.GopherWood.usIf this episode brought value, leave a review and share it with another wood care professional.

On this episode of the Wood Care Podcast(previously known as the Stain & Seal Experts' Podcast), we sit down with Chris Olsen of Madison Stain & Seal. Chris shares how he started his staining business about five years ago after realizing a traditional education path wasn't for him. At just 27 years old, Chris took an unconventional route into business — beginning with videography, photography, and storytelling, including wedding videography, which he often did for free early on to build his portfolio and experience. This episode is about transitioning career paths, learning in the first year, and building momentum in your local market.

On this episode of the Wood Care Podcast(previously known as the Stain & Seal Experts' Podcast), we sit down with Darren Pollen of 1st Place Finishing! Darren shares his journey in the wood finishing industry, from spotting the opportunity in staining fences and decks to building a business that keeps jobs rolling. We talk about building your brand, earning trust, and finding the balance between working in the field and running the business behind the scenes. This episode is about growth, consistency, and doing the work it takes to move forward.

The drama ramps up fast in Married At First Sight Australia Season 13 Episodes 5–8.This week we break down:• The final weddings• Honeymoon tension reaching breaking point• The first dinner party dynamics• The brutal Photo Ranking Challenge• Revelations Week exposing cracks• And the green flags and red flags emerging across the couplesFrom attraction score scandals to cliques forming and early “villain edits,” Episodes 5–8 shift the experiment from honeymoon bliss to full social pressure cooker.We analyse:

*Art Insider* Episode: Art Insider is an interview segment hosted by the host Joana P. R. Neves with art professionals, who uncover the hidden secrets and journeys of art jobs. When is an art trail more than a walk from sculpture to sculpture? And how does a curator work with artists for a context such as... a city? Sarah Carrington shares the ins and outs of her work for the Public Art Trail in East London The Line, as well as the joys of producing and supporting artistic commissions, for an urban space full of wildlife and industrial areas, away from the capital's most overcrowded areas.Hosted by Joana P. R. Neves.Guest: Sarah Carrington, Director of The Linehttps://the-line.org/Buy The Line's fabulous book here: https://buy.stripe.com/dRmdRacbw7Wn3H7gV0c3m0gDonate to The Line here: https://the-line.org/support-us-2/✺ Exhibitionistas Files on Substackhttps://joanaprneves.substack.com/s/exhibitionistasWe're allergic to newsletters and passionate about writing. Our episode emails have interesting facts, follow-up thoughts and recommendations.✤ Our host Joana P. R. Neves is on Substack (Art Thinkosaurus) If you enjoy 1) reading; 2) our topics... you'll love Joana's Substackhttps://joanaprneves.substack.comDonating allows us to produce more and better: https://exhibitionistaspodcast.com/support-usIf a membership is too much, leave us a tip–every donation is a boost!⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/exhibitionista⁠Host & FounderExhibitionistas is hosted by Joana P. R. Neves, a seasoned curator and writer with over 20 years of experience in the contemporary visual art field. She loves demystifying contemporary art by blending art history, theory, and personal reflections to reveal how art can uncover views on today's hottest topics as much as on everlasting existential questions.Instagram: @joanaprneves / @exhibitionistas_podcastFor collaborations, text commissions and questions: joana@exhibitionistaspodcast.com#art trail #publicart #londonpublicart #bestartpodcast #thelinelondon #artinthecity #curator #curatinginterview #curatorinterview

*Art Topic* For some, colour is subjective, for others it's vital. In contemporary art, it opens up a world of possibilities. Curator Joana P. R. Neves welcomes María Castro Jímenez, whose Substack page "Pigments, Colours & Other Stories" reveals new pathways into art history, art making and creativity. Perfect for artists, ideal for polymaths, superb for creative souls and idyllic for those who enjoy a mix of prehistory, archeology, chemistry, anthropology and magic. Ultimately, this is the best podcast creativity!Hosted by Joana P. R. Neves.Guest: María Castro JímenezMaría's Substack: https://mariacj.substack.comPROMO LINK for her PIGMENTS GUIDE (20% discount until 1/2/2026): https://mariacj.substack.com/exhibitionistasdiscount ✺ Exhibitionistas Files on Substackhttps://joanaprneves.substack.com/s/exhibitionistasWe're allergic to newsletters and passionate about writing.✤ Joana P. R. Neves on Substack (Art Thinkosaurus) If you enjoy 1)reading; 2) our topics... you'll love Joana's Substackhttps://joanaprneves.substack.comDonating allows us to produce more and better. https://exhibitionistaspodcast.com/support-usIf a membership is too much, leave us a tip–every donation is a boost! ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/exhibitionista⁠Host & FounderExhibitionistas is hosted by Joana P. R. Neves, a seasoned curator and writer with over 20 years of experience in the contemporary visual art field. She loves demystifying contemporary art by blending art history, theory, and personal reflections to reveal how art can uncover views on today's hottest topics as much as on everlasting existential questions.Instagram: @joanaprneves / @exhibitionistas_podcastFor collaborations, text commissions and inquiries: joana@exhibitionistaspodcast.com00:00 WELCOME TO OUR COLOUR EPISODE!00:43 Is colour merely subjective?02:33 Colour & Line in art academies 05:18 Colours are cultural. Is RED an exception?01:02:54 BLUE, a favourite.01:05:29 Book recommendation about colour in art01:12:23 OUR GOODBYES.... until next time

This week Kevin and Tom talk with Katie Radeke, a early intervention Special Education specialist with 27 years of experience! Check out the interview and take note of the resources listed below! She works for Benton Stearns Education District (serving Stearns and Benton County School Districts  - minus St. Cloud) and is an excellent educator and a great ray of hope!https://helpmegrowmn.orghttps://helpmeconnect.web.health.state.mn.usIf you have any questions for Katie, you can reach her here: katieradeke@gmail.com

We're closing out the year by looking forward. In this episode, you'll hear a range of voices from across healthtech marketing, growth, PR, podcasting, and the Health Launchpad team as they share what's already starting to shift beneath the surface—and what that means for the year ahead. Some of the predictions may feel inevitable. Others might make you a little uncomfortable. That's usually a good sign.A few patterns start to emerge as the conversation unfolds: How technology is quietly becoming less “innovative” and more… expected;  how buying decisions are evolving in ways most marketing teams aren't fully prepared for; and how the line between human judgment and machine influence keeps getting blurrier—sometimes in helpful ways, sometimes not.We wrap with a final perspective on what's likely to separate the companies that gain momentum from the ones that get stuck explaining themselves. It's less about chasing the next shiny thing—and more about clarity, credibility, and proving impact where it actually counts.If you're heading into the new year wondering what really deserves your attention (and what can safely be ignored), this episode should give you plenty to think about—without handing you a checklist.Topics Covered:[00:00:00] A rapid-fire glimpse of what's ahead[00:00:09] Setting the stage for the year to come[00:02:00] Why these perspectives matter right now[00:03:00] The evolving role of virtual care inside health systems[00:04:00] How intelligence, data, and care environments are starting to converge[00:04:00] What's changing behind the scenes in enterprise buying decisions[00:05:00] The future of outreach, attention, and relevance[00:06:00] Why physical presence is showing up in digital-first strategies[00:07:00] Trust, risk, and proof in a more skeptical market[00:09:00] How discovery and decision-making are being quietly rewritten[00:10:00] New expectations for helping buyers move forward[00:11:00] The changing role of video in serious B2B conversations[00:12:00] Personalization at a scale most teams aren't ready for[00:13:00] Rethinking volume, focus, and what actually moves the needle[00:15:00] Where automation helps—and where it starts to hurt[00:16:00] Designing for speed, consistency, and long-term flexibility[00:17:00] Creating work that machines can use as easily as humans[00:18:00] What AI adoption looks like once it grows up[00:19:00] The hidden costs of intelligence—and why they're entering the conversation [00:20:00] What will separate leaders from laggards in the next phase[00:21:00] When experimentation turns into infrastructure[00:23:00] How care delivery, creativity, and growth are settling into a new normal[00:25:00] Final thoughts on what 2026 may demand of all of usIf you are interested in discussing this or any other topic, let's have a chat.  Reach out to me directly to schedule a no-obligation discussion. This isn't a sales call, but rather an opportunity to talk through your questions and challenges.Follow me on LinkedIn.Subscribe to The Healthtech Marketing Show on Spotify or watch us on YouTube for more insights into marketing, AI, ABM, buyer journeys, and beyond!Thank you to our presenting sponsors, HIMSS, a leader in advancing health equity, digital innovation, and data-driven care through technology, policy, and community collaboration. And also HealthcareNOW, 24/7 expert shows, interviews, and podcasts, powering healthcare leaders with innovation, policy, and strategy insights.

Waiting can feel unbearable — especially when you're already tired, hurting, or stuck in depression.

HUGE news in today's episode that you just can't miss. We don't want to spoil it here so you'll need to listen to find out what it is!(No, we aren't starting a podcast for greengrocers.)In this episode, we're chatting about:Something VERY big that you'll need to listen to the episode to find out…Check out the full show notes here!Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

Our DMs are chock-a-block with questions (which we always personally reply to!) and we're diving into some of the answers today. Of course, we're just answering the fun, interesting stuff which is all about Hubsy, our new all-in-one tool for freelance social media managers. So if you've ever had a question about the platform, you're in the right place!In this episode, we're chatting about:Everything that you can do in HubsyWhat it's like to host your website in HubsyThe types of businesses we think Hubsy is right forWhat the support you receive alongside Hubsy is likeCheck out the full show notes here!Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

Dynasty Dad & FF Snoog run through how to properly ALL IN mid season with #DynastyTrades to SMASH 2027 & beyond 0:00 Introduction to Win Now Process1:01 Assessing Your Win Probability 8:49 Keep the Future in Perspective13:43 Look for Plug & Plays19:04 Don't Be Afraid to Sell Youth23:47 Scour the Bottom Teams30:02 Smash a Title w UsIf you need Rebuild Assistance DM @DynastyDadFF on X or email coach.royer30@gmail.com for ServicesCheckout our Fantasy Football Discord we built with all of our dynasty, rookie, and redraft rankings. The #1 community for trade advice, rankings, roster construction, rebuild/contend builds, rookie talk, and more. We will TEACH you how to rebuild and contend. We also have 24/7 chats with over 560+ members talking shop. We will help you win your dynasty fantasy football league through the 2025 draft class and offseason moves.Discord Sign Up through Patreon (Will get email link to Discord) - / smashaccept (https://www.patreon.com/SmashAccept)FOLLOW US ON TWITTER- Snoog: https://x.com/FFSnoog- DynastyDad: https://x.com/DynastyDadFF- BrocDynasty: https://x.com/BrocDynasty- Smash Accept: https://x.com/SmashAccept2. Interested in a specialized Dynasty Roster Review?DM FFSnoog or DynastyDad on Twitter or leave YouTube comment:- Team grade 1-10- Address team needs - 5-10+ constructed trades- $30 one time or (2 for $50)- Buys and Sells for given roster- Head to toe breakdown of roster- Full writeup breaking down the roster- Help guide you as a contender/rebuilder3. The 2025 Smash Accept Rookie Draft Guide is HERE:- $40 purchase- 50+ draft profiles- Versions 1.0 / 2.0 / 3.0- Positional rankings & tiers- Combine + NFL Draft metrics- Player comps and scheme fits- Prospect profile grades + write ups- Mine and @DynastyDadFF Big BoardsIf you signup for the discord (monthly) with code: GUIDE you will be eligible to receive the rookie draft guide for ($30) and YOU WILL get 50% off your 1st month of the discord!You will receive three versions: 1.0 before combine, 2.0 post-combine with update scores, and 3.0 post-draft with updated grades, rankings, big-boards, and a special rookie pick section with how to trade picks, how to tier back/up in draft, and player equivalent values. --Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the process! ‪#SmashAccept‬ #DynastyTrades #RookieDraft #nflmockdraft #fantasypros #nfldraft2025

You might think that a high-paying client would be harder to work with than a low-paying one – but is that true or just something your brain is telling you to hold you back from charging more? In this episode, we're comparing what it's like to work with both high- and low-paying clients, and the difference might surprise you!In this episode, we're chatting about:The differences between high- and low-paying clients (and not just how many zeros are on the invoice)How to attract high-paying clients and retain themWhat you might need to consider about working with both high- and low-paying clientsCheck out the full show notes here!Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

Send us a textThis retreat has stretched me more than anything I've created before.In today's episode, I'm vulnerably pulling back the curtain on what BECOMING really is - and how this entire year has been one big initiation into my own becoming.The TRUTH is: This wasn't something my logical or strategic business brain wanted to create, I had SO much resistance to it.. It's something I knew I was being called to lead - even when it didn't make sense, even when it required a deeper level of faith, and even when it meant trusting that the women who were meant to be there would feel it, not just understand it.In this episode, I share the behind-the-scenes truth of BECOMING – The Retreat - and how this experience has already changed me before it's even begun, and I know it will change every woman who's meant to walk through this portal with me.This isn't your 'average' retreat.It's a full-body remembrance - a return to the version of you who already knows, who already trusts, who already leads.

We share grounded tools to reconnect with intuition and ancestry through breath, nature, and simple ritual. Monique offers clear methods for protection, energy clearing, and discerning guidance from fear, plus how to work with symbols and the four clairs.• why breath, nature, and movement regulate the nervous system and open intuition• the role of simple candle rituals and ancestor altars in daily life• protection basics with intent, cleansing, cord cutting, and stones• water practices for clearing, from showers to salt baths• asking is this mine as a fast discernment tool• how to use a symbol journal to speak with guides and ancestors• understanding clairvoyance, clairsentience, claircognizance, and clairaudience• surrendering outcomes to receive clearer guidance• humility, ego, and staying authentic while serving others• sitting in the power and embodying inner light• Monique's intuitive guidance, mediumship, and audio readingsPlease take a moment to leave a five-star review as it helps these conversations reach the people who need them mostYou can find the link in the show notes to explore the full program and join usIf you're listening to this before November 16th, 2025, you can find the registration link in the show notes as wellMoniques IG: @spiritconnectionsandhealingBook a reading with MoniqueAlyssa's IG: @wildfemininerise Work With Alyssa:Book A Free 1:1 Consultation Call with Alyssa Ancestral Alchemy—12 Week Immersive Journey Starting January 2026 Ancestral Alchemy Free Workshop November 16th 2025 Sedona Retreat 2026

One thing we say pretty much daily is that 'social media marketing is NOT an admin job' - this is a hill we'll die on!In this episode, we explain why we stand by this statement and what social media marketing actually involves.Tune in to hear:What we mean when we share that controversial opinionSome jobs that social media marketers should not be doingWhat social media marketing actually involves... spoiler alert, it's not SEO!We'd love to know what you think a social media manager does - drop into our DMs and let us know!Check out the full show notes here!Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

Using calls to action in your content can so easily feel like you're being spammy by asking your audience to take action – but it doesn't have to be that way. CTAs, after all, are the difference between actually marketing on social media and just plain old content creation. So, in today's episode, we're running through loads of different ideas for your next CTA, whether you want to drive engagement or conversions!In this episode, we're chatting about:Why CTAs are essential and are the difference between content creation & social media marketingExamples of questions you can use to encourage engagementCTAs for engagement vs CTAs for conversionsA quick way to test how good your next CTA is!Check out the full show notes here!Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

If you've ever said “WTF do I actually need to post to get a new client?”, we're answering that oft-asked question in today's episode. We're sharing 5 different types of content that are perfect for attracting your dream clients, showing them that you're the person they need behind their accounts, and also paying you the big bucks – we're all about four figure clients over here!In this episode, we're chatting about:Five things you can post on social media to attract clients to youWhat we really mean by “behind the scenes” content (and why it's more than just “walking the dog” content!)Solving problems within your nicheWhat on earth a lady in remote Alaska can teach you about social mediaCheck out the full show notes here!Connect with usIf this episode has resonated or inspired you, take a screenshot and tag us in your stories @thetwolauras!We would love to continue the conversation with you, so come and chat with us on your preferred platform by searching for @thetwolauras.

Episode SummaryIn this very special episode of Hospitality Meets, I sit down with the incredible Maya Gilbert, hospitality lifer, dog lover, and now… coastal legend!Maya recently completed a jaw dropping walk around the entire English coastline, that's over 2,700 miles, to raise funds and awareness for Hospitality Action. With a £10 a day budget, a dodgy tent, and a heart full of purpose, she set off from Liverpool armed with nothing but determination, humour, and (possibly) too much stuff in her backpack.What follows is a funny, moving, and downright inspiring conversation about resilience, community, and the power of doing something “big and stupid” for all the right reasons.Expect laughter, blisters, fake IDs, beagles, and life lessons by the bucketload.Key TakeawaysFrom Fake IDs to Front of House: Maya's hospitality story starts with fake ID and evolves into a thriving management careerBin Area Epiphany: Sometimes career clarity arrives mid meltdown behind a pub.Dogs, Pasta, and Pandemic Pivots: From dog walking to a food truck business, Maya's career has more twists than a Netflix dramaNaïve Brilliance: She planned her 2,700-mile charity walk with roughly zero logistical planning and some rose tinted glasses... and that might have been the secret to finishing itThe Kindness of Strangers: From pub gardens to spare rooms, the hospitality of Britain literally carried her around the coastRedefining Hospitality: It's not just restaurants and hotels - it's everywhere people show kindnessFrom Anxiety to Adventure: Turning 30 meant closing one chapter and opening another on foot.Memorable Quotes“Tell me you've got ADHD without telling me you've got ADHD: I started a dog walking business”“Everyone said, ‘That's stupid.' And I thought… yeah, but is it?”“Hospitality doesn't end when you leave a bar or a restaurant — it's everywhere. Every day, someone showed me kindness”“Sometimes you just need to do something big and stupid to remind yourself what you're capable of”Connect with UsIf you love stories of courage, chaos, and community, this one's for you.Support Maya and Hospitality Action - Maya Gilbert is fundraising for Hospitality ActionLearn about Hospitality Action here - https://www.hospitalityaction.org.uk/And to sign up and support the walk for wellbeing, click here Final ThoughtsMaya's story is more than an epic walk — it's a love letter to hospitality, human kindness, and the messy, beautiful art of saying “why not?” instead of “what if?”Whether you're in hospitality, need a reminder that good people are everywhere, or just fancy a laugh about fake IDs and too-heavy backpacks and soooo much more — this episode is the very definition of joyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Worldwide, 150 million women get urinary tract infections (UTIs) yearly, and 30-44% of them get recurrent UTIs (defined as 2+ infections in 6 months, or 3+ in a year.)I was one of those women.UTIs are so prevalent that they are the second-most common reason for antibiotic prescriptions on the planet. And in case you've never had one, rest assured that UTIs are painful, disruptive, and deeply anxiety-producing.They are also, 90% of the time, contracted due to sexual intercourse.UTIs are a sex problem, which often also makes them a relationship problem. If you, as a man, has had a woman partner who was stressed about having sex out of fear of getting a UTI; a friend with serious health issues due to her gut biome being decimated by antibiotics; or a sex partner who was in tears, in despair at getting yet another one, you're far from alone.Fortunately, you be a hero to all the women in your lives by spreading the word about a solution:Good Kitty has an extremely effective prevention method. Their doctor-developed, urologist-approved formula supports good bacteria, neutralizes the bad when it matters (i.e. right after sex), and impacts the bacteria in the gut that cause UTIs, thus helping to prevent recurrence.This interview with Meghan Blake, CEO and co-founder of Good Kitty, is both entertaining sobering, enlightening, and uplifting. Also, I drop a few F-bombs, so that's always fun. ;)Real talk: Reliable UTI prevention is life-changing for both her sex life, and yours.Work with usIf you're committed to breaking old patterns and transforming your sex & love life in a real and lasting way, we'd love to work with you. To see if there's a fit, book a call here. www.evolutionary.men/apply---Mentioned on this episode:Good Kitty Co.: https://goodkittyco.com/ (use code DEARMEN20 for 20% off)---Memorable quotes from this episode:"Every time we had sex, this was the outcome."“I was desperate. It was like, 'This cannot be happening to me again.'”“These can be really serious infections if they're not treated.”“I wanted to have someone to blame.”“I know it's him!”“Guys are really wanting to help, and do whatever they can to care.”“This is getting in the way of our sex lives, and our sex lives are the source of a lot of our joy and connection.”“I don't want to become a celibate person because of UTIs.”“It has made my heart burst open.”

How connected do you feel to your heart? How about to your cock?One of the advantages we have as coaches for men is that we seen the patterns that frequently show up for different men. We've noted three specific archetypes in our work and here, we go over them. (If you've ever heard me reference the heart/cock matrix, that's part of this episode.)Why does this matter? In large part because most women I know who are attracted to men (myself included) have a deep yearning to relate romantically with men who embody one specific archetype that we discuss here. We cover all three types of men, their differences, their paths, and the one that a lot of women crave from the depths of their being.(And while the themes in this episode are framed in a heterosexual/straight dating and relationship context, I believe there's a universal human longing involved here.)Come to the Retreat!Want to go deeper than the podcast? Join us LIVE for our yearly, in-person retreat. As of this episode dropping, we've got 4 slots left. We'll be in Northern California this Labor Day weekend, Aug 28th - Sept 1st, 2025. To sign up or learn more, go here. www.evolutionary.men/retreatWork with usIf you're committed to breaking old patterns and transforming your sex & love life in a real and lasting way, we'd love to work with you. To see if there's a fit, book a call here. www.evolutionary.men/applyMemorable quotes from this episode:"A lot of men were raised by a dad who they didn't want to be like.""For the basic bro, there's a lot of 'go' energy -- a lot of action-taking; and a lot of 'I' energy (rather than 'we' energy).""These kinds of men will get laid, but they won't get her to commit to them.""If he hasn't gone to those depths within himself, I don't trust him to hold my depths as a woman.""Nice Guys -- one of their superpowers is helping people to feel safe.""Growing up, these guys are learning to prioritize others rather than themselves.""'I was waiting for her to give me a sign that it was OK to kiss her.'""It's allowing yourself to be seen when you don't have it all together.""For these men, it feels like, 'I'm giving and giving and giving, and never getting.'""He re-polarized his relationship, and it changed everything.""Nice Guys will often end up in a relationship because the woman took the initiative.""Who were you raised by?""What does it mean to love myself and grow?""Around anger I had thoughts like, 'Why bother? It won't do anything anyway.'""It's the ability to go to wherever we need to go in any given moment."

There are days when the weight of the world feels heavier than we can carry. Days when the mirror doesn't reflect strength, only exhaustion. And on those days; the quiet ones, the lonely ones , we have to reach for something within ourselves.It doesn't have to be loud. It doesn't have to be perfect. Just bold enough to get us through the day anyway.That something in us, it's resilience. It's love. And even when we don't feel strong, it carries us. Even when we feel like giving up, it reminds us: we've made it through every hard day so far. We're still here. We're still rising.So today, let that something be enough to get you out of bed, to face the day, to try again, to get dressed and be “that girl”. It doesn't have to be a big step. It just has to be forward.Because there is something in you even if it's buried beneath the weight that refuses to quit. And that, right there, is your light.Connect with me through my website to set up any life coaching services (first session on me!!), my self help book titled Reclaim your Power: Healing from the inside out, or any self- love products. Do something for you love: https://reclaimyourpower.usIf you want to stop by and say hi, say a few kind words, or see how we can connect, hit up my IG:@iamlatricerainer

Sis… this one right here is not just a podcast, it's a healing session. In this soul-stirring part two with the divine LaTonia Taylor, we went full Aunty Realness Mode. I hosted an “Ask Aunty” convo for the ladies who came to our Well-Kept Woman event and babyyyy—the spirit came through!